Michigan

Bikers rally in Lansing to change Michigan helmet law

Motorcyclists who want to be able to ride without helmets in Michigan again are taking their case to the state Capitol.

Bikers were visiting downtown Lansing on Wednesday in what has become an annual event. They want final approval of legislation that would let motorcyclists ride without a helmet if they buy an annual state permit.

Both the House and Senate have approved bills that would allow the changes to Michigan's mandatory helmet law.

Gov. Jennifer Granholm likely would veto the bill if it was sent to her. She rejected similar legislation in 2006, citing safety concerns.